Chapter Forty-Five: The Bridal Chamber's Candlelight

  Seeing Qing Sang's puzzled and incomprehensible look, Chu Lianyu quickly told her the whole story in detail.

  It turned out that before Tong Huan presented his plan to the emperor, he had already sought out Chu Lianyu and asked if he could concoct a fake death potion. Chu Lianyu was well-versed in ancient medical techniques and knew of such a recipe, but it wouldn't harm the person taking the medicine. After trying it on animals several times, Chu Lianyu dared to tell Tong Huan that it would work. Only then did Tong Huan go to present his plan to the emperor, using the fake death method to save Qing Sang's life and appease the people's grievances.

  "Why would the King of Qing come to ask you?" Qing Sang thought that such a confidential matter, not completely trusted person, how dare to entrust such an important thing to him. Moreover, looking at Chu Lianyou, he was at most only twenty years old, so young, and yet the King of Qing trusted him so much.

  Chu Lianyu smiled awkwardly and said, "My father was once the chief of the Imperial Hospital in the palace. I learned medicine from him since childhood and occasionally accompanied him to various palaces for consultations. Once when the Crown Prince was seriously ill, my father stayed up day and night to treat him, and I also served by his side until he recovered. After that, I was ordered to accompany the Crown Prince every day to help him recover, which is how we developed some affection for each other."

  "So that's how it is, you didn't deceive me" Qing Sang thought to himself that Chu Lianyu was being humble, and the relationship between Tong Huan and him must be extremely deep. This was for the best, at least he could trust the Chu Taishi in front of him.

  Chu Lianyu looked at Qing Sang's stunning face with gratitude, and said in a low voice: "Lianyu's life was saved by the princess, so she will tell the princess everything, without hiding anything."

  Qing Sang was made to feel a bit embarrassed by him, and smiled lightly: "It's just a small effort, you don't have to mind it." In fact, Qing Chu had only kicked him that day because Zhu Lianyu was closest to her, and she had taken the opportunity to remind him, not intentionally trying to save him.

  Chu Lianyu didn't think so naturally, so she was still sincerely grateful to her

  Qing Sang no longer dwelled on this topic and continued to ask: "When I, the Princess, went to Northern Rong for a diplomatic marriage, was it also at the behest of King Qing's decree and your words?"

  Chu Lianyu shook his head and said, "The King of Qing did not say that this medicine was for anyone to take. It wasn't until the Crown Prince's funeral that His Majesty ordered me to diagnose and treat Princess Bao Feng... I only found out that the medicine was used on the original Crown Princess after I saw the princess..." Chu Lianyu glanced at Qing Sang, seeing no unusual reaction, and continued, "I gave you the antidote, and what happened afterwards, Your Highness is already clear."

  Qīng sāng nodded slightly

  "Thank you, Imperial Physician, for following me all the way to Duosai City. You can return to the palace and report back now. Please also convey my gratitude to His Highness Sang'er for saving my life." Qing Sang said, her heart filled with a mix of emotions. Although Tong Xuan's plan had put her own life at risk, she feared that they might never meet again in this lifetime.

  "Alas, I fear it is difficult for me to respond to Your Highness's words."

  "Why?" Qing Sang Qi asked

  "Your Highness ordered me to accompany the princess wherever she goes until the day of our return to the capital," said Chu Lianyu.

  "What? Return to the capital?" Qing She exclaimed in surprise

  "It was Your Highness who said that the princess is marrying into the northern tribes, where the climate is harsh and the princess may have a hard time adapting. I want to send someone to take care of her, and also to convey to the princess that she must live well, for the day of her return will not be too far off." Chu Lianyu finished speaking and stole a glance at Qing Sang.

  Qing Xun had already arranged for the skilled imperial physician, Chu Lianyu, to accompany her on this trip, supposedly to take care of her body. In reality, he was also afraid that she might be harmed by someone while they were there. Even with people like Cao Xiangshan and Tao Chang'an by her side, it was still possible for malicious individuals to harm her through food or medicine. With Chu Lianyu around, all these concerns would be alleviated. Moreover, he had said that on the day of their return to the capital, although he himself did not know if such a day would ever come, his heart would be at peace knowing that she was safe.

  With a heart full of gratitude, yet also some guilt, he said: "I've dragged Doctor Chu to suffer with me in Beijiang. I just don't know if the Emperor will blame us." If the Emperor didn't know that Chu Lianyu wanted to stay in Beijiang, then his private decision not to return would also be a great crime.

  "Princess, please be at ease. King Qing has already reported to the Emperor and it is necessary for a royal physician to accompany you to Beining to ensure your health. The Emperor has issued an edict to the Imperial Hospital, and I have volunteered to go to Beining myself. So, Princess, please do not say anything that would implicate others or cause them trouble. It is all my duty to do."

  Qing Xuan was also moved. Although the road ahead is unknown, with Cao Xiang and Chu Lianyu by his side, he will surely soar to new heights.

  At this moment, Cao Xiang let out a moan, which led to Qing Sang's sudden movement. After Chu Lianyu checked and confirmed that she was fine, he finally felt at ease.

  "Dr. Chu should take a rest now, he has been busy for a whole night and will have to hurry again later," Qing Sang said with concern.

  Chu Lianyu led the order and retreated

  "Wait, I wonder if Dr. Chu has seen the Prince of Beijun?" Qing Sang suddenly asked. Last night she was preoccupied with Cao Xiang's injury and hadn't thought it through carefully. Just now when they were talking about hurrying on their journey, she suddenly felt something strange. Yesterday such a big thing happened to her being stabbed, yet she didn't see the prince, nor did he come to ask about it. Isn't that too strange?

  "I, your humble servant, have been traveling all along and only caught a glimpse of the prince's campsite from afar yesterday, but haven't seen him again since then," said Chu Lianyu. In fact, he hadn't really seen the prince before either, as he had spent the whole night treating Cao Xiang, so naturally he didn't have the chance to see him.

  Qing Sang knew he wasn't clear about it either, so she let him go down and rest.

  After daybreak, they set off again.

  Cao Xiang had yet to awaken, and her injuries were severe, requiring careful nursing. Qing Sang ignored the advice of others and placed Cao Xiang in a horse-drawn carriage, where she and Shan Tao personally took care of her.

  The road behind is getting more and more rugged, and after seven days, I finally arrived at Duosai City.

  At this time, Duose City was actually already under the control of the Northern Rong.

  Previously, I heard from Liu that Bei Rong asked to cede this city of Duosa to him. Qing Sang had been thinking about what value Duosa City has, and finally came to know that Duosa City is a strategic pass, with many small countries around it having to enter and exit from here, so although it is located on the border, trade is very prosperous. If Bei Rong gets this city, he will naturally increase his gains greatly. Moreover, Duosa is rich in sapphires, getting this city is like gaining a gold mine.

  "Princess, the envoy from Beijun has arrived and requests that you set out." He Yan said at the door.

  Inside the house, Qing Cheng was helped by Shan Tao and a small palace maid to dress her hair and change her clothes. The fragrance of grass and wounds still lingered, so she was arranged to rest in another room. Hearing He Yan's words, she was somewhat puzzled and asked through the door: " Envoy? Where is the prince of Beijun?" She had come with the prince together, and they could go directly to the capital of Beijun, Ke'er, why did they need an envoy to pick them up?

  "The prince had gone to Kuo Er seven days ago and met with King Rong and the queen, recounting the pain of their long separation. Today, King Rong sent an envoy to escort the princess." He Yan said

  Although Qing Sang was somewhat annoyed that He Yan had not told her about the prince's early departure, this was not the time to get worked up over it. Thinking about it some more, he didn't have anything good to say anyway, so he just let Shan Tao and the others make a fuss.

  Dressed in her wedding dress and covered with a veil, she was led away by Shantao.

  As soon as they got on the carriage, He Yan was heard arguing about something. Only after Chang An listened carefully did he know that the envoy didn't allow the imperial guards who were bestowed by the emperor to go together with them, saying it was a decree from the King of Rong, and others were not allowed to bring any weapons into Kuer

  Qing Sang coldly laughed and ordered Chang An to inform He Yan that these guards didn't need to follow her across the border. How could the King of Beijiang tolerate these Xuan Dynasty soldiers? Even if they went, their lives would be in danger. It was better to let them return now.

  Chang An led the order and left, after a while, the car moved

  He Yan stood at the city gate, watching as the envoy rode past on horseback, followed closely by the princess's carriage.

  Suddenly, the curtain of the carriage window floated, a small package was thrown out from inside the carriage and fell at his feet.

  He Yan picked it up in doubt and opened it, a pair of diamond earrings shining brightly in the sunlight.

  He Yan suddenly lifted his head and looked towards the horse carriage, but only saw the horse carriage following the envoy getting farther and farther away.

  Her heart was filled with gratitude

  Although this earring is also very meaningful to Qing Sang, she always feels that it has a special meaning for He Yan. From now on, she doesn't know if she can see He Yan again, so she decides to return the earring to him.

  About an hour later, the horse carriage retreated, and Qing Sang heard the sound of drums and music.

  As she got off the carriage, Shan Tao supported her as they walked to the entrance. From behind the curtain, she heard someone say, "Don't you hurry up and pay your respects to the King and Queen of Rong?"

  Qing Sang hastily knelt down and paid his respects

  "It's alright, the princess is also tired. Dage had a great time yesterday and drank too much wine, he's still sleeping. Luckily it's not yet the auspicious hour, let the princess rest in her room first. When the auspicious hour arrives, we'll proceed with the ceremony." A soft and gentle female voice said this. Qing Sang heard her addressing the prince as "child" and guessed that she was probably the Queen of Rong.

  "What's under this cloth? What does it look like? Can't I see?" a rough male voice shouted.

  Qingsang guessed it was King Rong

  The mountain peach beside him hastily explained that this was a custom, and only after the gift was given could the head be unveiled.

  "What's with all the courtesy, I'm a northerner who values straightforwardness, no need for such pretentiousness" After saying that, he reached out to remove Qing Sang's veil. Fortunately, the queen intervened and persuaded him to stop, but he stormed off in anger.

  "Hurry up and escort the princess inside!" Qing Sang heard the queen let out a deep sigh and ordered the crowd.

  This king's temper is really explosive, Qing Sang couldn't help but worry about his future days. If Prince Da Ge's temper was also like this, then it would be a real suffering in the future.

  After going through a series of wedding procedures, Qing Sang was supported into the house and waited.

  At the ceremony, King Rong flew into a rage again, saying that according to their customs, the bride had to offer wine, and when meeting elders, she also needed to drink a bowl of wine with each one. Fortunately, Queen Wang and Da Ge persuaded him, so this time they didn't force Qing Xuan to take off her veil and offer wine. But these two incidents made Qing Xuan realize that King Rong had never taken herself seriously as a princess, never giving her face, and yet she was treated like this despite bearing the identity of a princess. Qing Bi's days must be even more difficult than hers. Although she didn't know what would happen tomorrow, and her own life might not be better, Qing Xuan still made up her mind to find Qing Bi.

  She sat quietly in her room for a long time when suddenly the door was pushed open with a "bang" and then she heard the maids in the room say: "Good prince".

  Qing Sang's heart suddenly lifted up, and his legs trembled uncontrollably with tension.

  Then came the sound of everyone leaving and closing the door.

  "You go down too!" Da Ge shouted at Shan Tao

  The mountain peach felt that the princess was afraid, but she couldn't stay with her either. She looked at Qing Sang in distress and finally retreated.

  Qing Sang was very nervous, and when he heard Dage call Shantao to go down, he became even more afraid. Tonight was the wedding night, what should he do? How could he avoid it? Should he pretend that his period had come?

  Just as she was lost in thought, the cover on her head suddenly lifted, and Qing Sang looked up uneasily to see a face smiling brightly.

  "How can it be you?" Qing Sang exclaimed in surprise

  Here is the translation:

  "Firstly: The first volume of this book has come to an end, and the second volume will begin soon. Qing Sang will have a difficult experience in Bei Rong, but who exactly is Wang Zi Da Ge? Can Qing Sang and Tong Huan rekindle their past romance? Please continue to follow this book for updates.

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  Thirdly: I'd like to express my gratitude to friends like Wu Ruo Kong, Kui Yue Shan Jian, Yue Tao, Qi Wei, Bo He, and Han Yi for their suggestions. Since many of you said that the first chapter was too bland and lacked readability, I revised it today by moving an event that would have been mentioned later to the first chapter. The overall plot hasn't changed much, but if you're interested, those who read this book before 5/23 18:00 can go back and take a look, and I welcome any further suggestions."